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C58 EHY

1985 Austin Metro L

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

95,858 mi
Last recorded95,858 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 1985 Austin Metro L38,877 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC58 EHY
MakeAustin
ModelMetro L
Year1985
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 95,858 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Apr 2025 95,837 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2024 95,795 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2023 95,777 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 95,767 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2022 95,765 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2016 91,834 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 86,998 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Mar 2013 85,660 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2012 85,636 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.1.9)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

All brake pipes are covered in grease ,unable to carry out full inspection

Fail 1 Oct 2012 85,547 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 22 Sep 2011 84,758 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2011 84,758 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 5 Oct 2010 83,830 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2010 83,830 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 28 Sep 2009 82,667 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 81,584 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2008 81,584 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 1 Oct 2007 80,412 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2007 80,406 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 27 Sep 2006 79,297 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2006 79,297 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

How Reliable is the Austin Metro L?

Based on 7,416 MOT tests across 1,865 vehicles.

66.0%
Pass Rate
817
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
1,865
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 978
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 519
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 513
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 388
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 383
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C58 EHY is a 1985 Austin Metro L in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1985 Austin Metro L models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 38,877 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Austin Metro L fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 978 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C58 EHY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Metro L typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 41 years old, this Austin Metro L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C58 EHY registered?

C58 EHY is a 1985 Austin Metro L, first registered on 18 December 1985.

Is C58 EHY safe to buy?

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